IO – SDU – INTERNATIONAL OFFICE https://unit./en International Office of Sanata Dharma University Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:43:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://unit./en/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/cropped-usd-1-32x32.png IO – SDU – INTERNATIONAL OFFICE https://unit./en 32 32 USD Delegation Sows Hope and Cultivates Fraternity at AJCU-AP Service Learning Program 2025 https://unit./en/2025/10/14/usd-delegation-sows-hope-and-cultivates-fraternity-at-ajcu-ap-service-learning-program-2025/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:38:59 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7895 USD Delegation Sows Hope and Cultivates Fraternity at AJCU-AP Service Learning Program 2025

SDU – Sanata Dharma University (SDU) assigned six students and one faculty companion to participate in the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities in Asia Pacific (AJCU-AP) Service Learning Program (SLP) 2025 at Ateneo de Naga University, Naga City, Philippines, on August 2-16, 2025.

This program, themed “One with Nature,” brought together students from eight institutions spread across five countries. The USD delegation consisted of Rafael Nugroho Putra Susanto (English Letters), Sebastianus Gaga Bani (English Letters), Edward Vito Brata Yuwana (Informatics), Gabriela Selomita Rumondor (Mathematics Education), Aileen Komala Widjaja (Psychology), Gabriel Yohan Enggalim Kobak (Pharmacy), and Intan Putri Hapsari as the faculty companion from the Biology Education Study Program.

Cross-Cultural Experience
This program invited participants to encounter cross-cultural experiences while deepening their social, spiritual, and environmental awareness. Participants came from Indonesia, the Philippines, Japan, Thailand, and Timor Leste.

“Feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty instantly disappeared when we were all united by a sense of warmth, curiosity, and a desire to get to know one another,” said Rafael Susanto, recounting his initial experience meeting delegates from other countries during lunch at Short Highland Park.

Immersion and Conservation Activities
Immersion activities that required participants to stay with local families in Balatasan and Punta Tarawal provided valuable lessons about the simplicity of life. Gabriel Yohan remembered the warm welcome from residents who were able to smile and be warm despite their simple lives.

“They are still able to smile, remain friendly, and be warm despite living in simplicity,” said Gabriel Yohan. The program also involved direct conservation activities such as “Forest in Our Midst/Tree Nurturing” and “Mangrove Planting.” Rafael wrote a reflection on his experience planting mangroves for the first time abroad, which made him determined to continue similar actions in Indonesia.

A Moment of Reflection in Nature
The visit to Malabsay Falls was one of the most memorable moments. Edward Vito wrote about his experience, “Felt like being hugged by nature… We seemed so small compared to the fall,” reminding us of humanity’s place as part of nature, not its ruler.

Aileen Komala Widjaja also found peace in the spacious grounds of the Sacred Heart Formation Center, where participants stayed. “After the activities were over, I was able to walk around the monastery while enjoying the fresh air and tranquility of the surroundings,” she said.

Personal Transformation

Sebastianus Gaga Bani considered SLP to be an “inner journey” that has made him more sensitive to the voices of nature and his fellow human beings. “For me, SLP is not just a community service program, but an inner journey that has shaped a new awareness that nature is not something outside of myself, but a part of myself,” he said.

Gabriela Selomita Rumondor felt an energy that made her feel relieved. “Activities like SLP make me feel energized, and the waterfall invites me to love deeply and be grateful for everything,” she said.

The AJCU-AP Service Learning Program 2025 not only provided academic experiences but also served as a means of character development and environmental awareness for participants. Each delegate returned home with hope, new friendships, and a renewed commitment to living in harmony with nature.

RNP/AMJ

]]> USD Welcomes Six International Students through the 2025 KNB Program https://unit./en/2025/09/08/usd-welcomes-six-international-students-through-the-2025-knb-program/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:20:31 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7809

USD Welcomes Six International Students through the 2025 KNB Program

USD – Sanata Dharma University has once again opened its doors to international students by accepting six new students for the 2025 Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) scholarship program. The students come from five countries: Bangladesh, Madagascar, Egypt, Tanzania, and Pakistan. 

The six students arrived in Indonesia on Sunday (August 24, 2025) and attended a national orientation at Swissôtel Jakarta the following day. The event, organized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, was attended by all KNB scholarship awardees from across Indonesia, along with representatives from the International Office of each university.

Three students, Rafanomezantsoa Anjara Nomena (Madagascar), Sadaf Fatima (Pakistan), and Lamia Hannan Sneha (Bangladesh), will pursue a Bachelor of Management program. Meanwhile, Cazimiry Boniphace Masasila (Tanzania) and Mohamed Saied Sayed Ahmed Mahmoud (Egypt) will enroll in a Master of Management program. Arooba Kishwar (Pakistan) has chosen the Master of English Language Education program.

The Head of the International Office (BKHI) of Sanata Dharma University, Yurisdixta Menavia, who accompanied the students, explained that there is a preparation period for these international students. 

“Before entering their chosen study programs, all students will take a one-year Indonesian Language Program for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) at the USD Language Institute to strengthen their Indonesian language skills,” she said.

After they arrived in Yogyakarta (August 26, 2025), the students attended a local orientation organized by BKHI on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) in the Personnel Bureau Meeting Room. The orientation covered an introduction to Indonesia and Yogyakarta, local ethics and traditions, tourist attractions, traditional foods, academic regulations, and campus life.

The activity continued with a tour of Campuses 1 and 2 to introduce the available facilities, including the library at Campus 2 and how to access its book collection. Mohamed Saied, who is quite fluent in Indonesian, expressed his enthusiasm.

“I can’t wait to explore Yogyakarta because Indonesia is famous for its many beautiful tourist attractions. I also learned Indonesian before enrolling,” he said.

Meanwhile, Cazimiry also appreciated the facilities at the USD campus.

“The campus is so big and complete, I think I might get lost at first,” he said.

(AM/RI-BKHI)

]]> Six Students as Delegates of USD Participate in Global Leadership Program 2025: Ready to Become Visionary Leaders in Addressing Educational and Social Issues https://unit./en/2025/09/03/sanata-dharma-university-holds-phase-2-of-whole-person-education-2025-program-for-holistic-educator-development-cloned-7775/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:26:56 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7788

Six Students as Delegates of USD Participate in Global Leadership Program 2025: Ready to Become Visionary Leaders in Addressing Educational and Social Issues

Global Leadership Program (GLP) is an annual program organized by the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities in Asia Pacific (AJCU-AP) that aims to discuss and deliberate on global issues. This program provided opportunities for student delegates to discuss global issues from their respective countries and exchange insights to solve these issues within a global context.

GLP 2025 was held at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan, from August 3 to 9, 2025, carrying the theme “Education and Cross-border Cooperation for Sustainable Development.” This main theme was divided into three sub-themes, namely Education for Sustainable Development in Basic Education, Inclusive Education for Students with Different Background, Cross-Border Cooperation in Higher Education. This year’s theme was chosen as an important step toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aimed to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and provide lifelong learning opportunities for all.

10 universities with a total of 40 participants and 10 mentors from each university participated in this year’s GLP. The universities participating in GLP 2025 were Sophia University as the host, Sanata Dharma University, Ateneo de Manila University, Ateneo de Davao University, Ateneo de Zamboanga University, Fu Jen Catholic University, Ricci Hall (The University of Hong Kong), Instituto São João de Brito, Xavier Learning Community, and Sogang University.

In this one-week program, the delegates participated in lecture sessions and conferences, and were also invited to visit places that promoted the SDGs, namely JICA (Japan International Corporate Agency). After that, we were also allowed to join a campus tour guided directly by student delegates from Sophia University. In this tour, they showed Sophia University’s commitment to the principles of the SDGs. For example, the campus used cushions for sofas that were made from recycled materials and had multifunctional outdoor student gathering spaces that could even be used as emergency cooking facilities. Not only that, each sub-theme was equipped with various educational activities, such as site visits to locations that opened up many learning opportunities for the delegates. These included UNU (United Nations University), Ina Gakuen Junior High School, and one inclusive elementary school in the city of Hadano, namely Honcho Elementary School.

The delegates were also introduced to traditional Japanese culture, namely the tea ceremony, which not only introduced the Japanese way of serving tea to guests, but also included tea and snack exchanges. This was intended to promote inclusivity and bonding among delegates from different universities.

In GLP 2025, USD sent six delegates to gain deeper insights into the sub-theme and to develop their leadership in supporting sustainability. The delegates were Eveline (Management), Maria Diva Rossary (Pharmacy), and four Psychology students: Alexander Aldo, Hillary Bestari Setyawijaya, Muhamad Raditya Ardianto, and Paramita Wiriyani. They were accompanied by a faculty member as chaperone, Aji Cahyo Baskoro, S.S., M.A., from the History Department.

In this program, delegates from each institution delivered presentations prepared in advance from their respective countries, in line with the theme of GLP 2025. In addition, they represented their home countries through a variety of activities such as performances and cultural showcases, including traditional dances, short dramas, games, songs, food sharing, and local snacks, et ceteras.

There are also impressions and messages from some of our friends from other universities who expressed their gratitude and inspiration after participating in the 2025 Global Leadership Program, such as one of the delegates from Fu Jen University, named Poleon, who shared his experiences and feelings.

“I obtained lots of insights about ESD. For example, when I visited Ina Gakuen Junior High School, they allow students and teachers to make their own curriculum together. That is, students can choose to learn what they’re most interested in. It’s really different from the ordinary curriculum, which only teaches are allowed to create what will be taught in class. And there was one event that made me so impressed. They played a game called global trade game, which students were distributed to different resources. They need to use their own resources to gain the most turnover through trade with other groups. This event made them realize even though you’re a small country and you don’t have a large amount of resources. You still can benefit from it. That evoked me to want to implement the same game for my students. All in all, I feel really grateful that 2025 GLP can be held. It’s what an immersive learning should be.”

Subsequently, a delegate from Ateneo de Zamboanga University, Mr. Yong, conveyed the insights he had acquired through the program.

“The 15th Global Leadership Program gave me more than I ever expected—it opened my eyes to new perspectives, built friendships, and reminded me of the responsibility that comes with leadership. Listening to the stories of my co-delegates from across the world made me realize how deeply connected we all are, and how the Sustainable Development Goals are not just abstract ideas but lived realities that shape people’s lives every day. I came home humbled by the scale of the challenges we face, yet hopeful, because I witnessed how collective action and simple acts of empathy can spark real change. What I carry with me now is not only the knowledge we shared, but the sense of connection and responsibility that comes from knowing we’re all working toward the same dream. More than anything, this experience left me inspired to keep going—bringing forward what I’ve learned into the work I do and the choices I make.”

Continuing from the reflections shared earlier, here is the impression and experience expressed by Nahee, one of the delegates representing Sogang University, South Korea.

“GLP was honestly one of the most inspiring programs I’ve ever joined. Through the lectures, fieldwork, and team projects, I was able to deepen my understanding of sustainable education—not just in theory, but in real, practical contexts across different countries.

But more than that, what I truly gained was the connection with amazing people from all around the world. Living and learning together with such diverse and passionate students opened my eyes to so many new perspectives, and I felt a strong sense of global solidarity.

Although there were some challenges—such as the heat or packed schedules—I genuinely enjoyed every moment. It was a meaningful, eye-opening, and heartwarming experience that I’ll never forget. I’m really grateful to have been part of it, and especially thankful for the friendships we made along the way.”

From these experiences, the delegates of Sanata Dharma University gained a deeper understanding of the importance of supporting sustainable development efforts and, at the same time, learn to become global leaders who can nurture and empower others.

So, if you want to get those experiences, join GLP 2026! See you!

(RNP/AZD-BKHI)

]]> Sanata Dharma University Holds Phase 2 of Whole Person Education 2025 Program for Holistic Educator Development https://unit./en/2025/08/06/sanata-dharma-university-initiates-phase-1-of-whole-person-education-2025-program-for-holistic-educator-development-cloned-7766/ Wed, 06 Aug 2025 03:32:18 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7775

Sanata Dharma University Holds Phase 2 of Whole Person Education 2025 Program for Holistic Educator Development

Yogyakarta – Sanata Dharma University (USD), in collaboration with the United Board (UB), held the Whole Person Education (WPE) 2025 program themed “On Being a Holistic Educator: Capacity Building for Academic Leaders,” aimed at lecturers from various higher education institutions across Indonesia. This program addresses the need for a structured and holistic career development system for educators. A Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with representatives from Weetebula Catholic University, Triatma Mulya University, and Artha Wacana Christian University revealed that many universities lack systematic career development programs, particularly in non-academic aspects such as integrating core university values and encouraging student character development.

WPE 2025 encompasses five dimensions of development: intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual/moral, and physical. The program aims to cultivate educators who are not only academically competent but also well-rounded individuals. A total of 27 lecturers from nine universities are participating, including Dhyana Pura University, Triatma Mulya University, STKIP Weetebula, Saint Augustine Hippo Catholic University, Soe Education Institute, Flores Bajawa College of Agriculture, Ledalero Institute of Philosophy and Creative Technology, Fatima Pare-Pare College of Health Sciences, and Halmahera University.

Following Phase 1, which took place online from May 26 to June 20, 2025, participants were invited to deepen their understanding of the Whole Person Education concept in Phase 2. This phase occurred from July 7-12, 2025, at USD’s Mrican Campus. The event began with an opening ceremony featuring remarks from Dr. Hope Antone, Program Director of Faculty Development at the United Board, and Prof. Ir. Sudi Mungkasi, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs at Sanata Dharma University.

During Phase 2, participants received a variety of materials and examples of best practices, covering topics such as the introduction to the WPE concept, holistic education, educator spirituality, holistic educational practices in learning and student formation, integration of service learning and research in education, and action plan development workshops. Participants provided positive feedback on the WPE 2025 program. “I feel that WPE truly offers new insights that are very relevant to my responsibilities as a lecturer, and the facilitators provided excellent explanations. I am very happy to participate in this WPE 2025 activity,” said Efrika Siboro, M.Pd., a participant from Saint Augustine Hippo Catholic University. Kristoforus Dowa Bili, S.Pd., M.Pd., a participant from Weetebula Catholic University, also expressed, “The organizing committee at Sanata Dharma University conducted the WPE 2025 program very well, and we are very satisfied with the services and facilities provided for participants.”

At the end of Phase 2, participants were also asked to implement the action plans they had designed for their institutions and classroom activities. The implementation of these action plans will be evaluated and reflected upon during the WPE 2025 Phase 3, which will be conducted online in October 2025.

The WPE 2025 program reflects USD’s commitment as a Jesuit university to share best practices in holistic educator development, based on the successful experience of the Career Development Program that has been conducted thus far. The WPE organizing committee, consisting of Caecilia Tutyandari, Ph.D., Dr. Hongki Julie, M.Si., Monica Eviandaru Madyaningrum, Ph.D., Thomas Wahyu Prabowo Mukti, M.Pd., Yoanni Maria Lauda Feroniasanti, M.Si., Aurelia Melinda Nisita Wardhani, M.Sc., and Albertus Agung Sanjaya, S.Pd., hopes that this program will serve as an investment in the development of well-rounded individuals who can contribute positively to their families, communities, and the nation.

AAS

]]> Sanata Dharma University Initiates Phase 1 of Whole Person Education 2025 Program for Holistic Educator Development https://unit./en/2025/08/06/sanata-dharma-university-holds-the-s-e-e-d-indonesia-2025-competition-global-collaboration-drives-innovation-cloned-7732/ Wed, 06 Aug 2025 02:58:00 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7766

Sanata Dharma University Initiates Phase 1 of Whole Person Education 2025 Program for Holistic Educator Development

Yogyakarta – Sanata Dharma University (USD), in collaboration with the United Board (UB), has initiated the Whole Person Education (WPE) 2025 program themed “On Being a Holistic Educator: Capacity Building for Academic Leaders.” This initiative is designed for lecturers from various higher education institutions across Indonesia. The program addresses the need for a structured and holistic career development system for educators. Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with representatives from Weetebula Catholic University, Triatma Mulya University, and Artha Wacana Christian University revealed that many universities lack systematic career development programs, particularly in non-academic aspects such as integrating core university values and encouraging student character development.

WPE 2025 encompasses five dimensions of development: intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual/moral, and physical. The program aims to cultivate educators who are not only academically competent but also well-rounded individuals. A total of 27 lecturers from nine universities are participating, including Dhyana Pura University, Triatma Mulya University, STKIP Weetebula, Saint Augustine Hippo Catholic University, Soe Education Institute, Flores Bajawa College of Agriculture, Ledalero Institute of Philosophy and Creative Technology, Fatima Pare-Pare College of Health Sciences, and Halmahera University.

The program was conducted in three phases. In Phase 1 (from May 26 to June 20, 2025), participants engaged in online activities through a Learning Management System (LMS) and Zoom, focusing on topics such as the educator’s calling, institutional cultural values, relationships with students, and faculty contributions. Participants were encouraged to study the materials provided in the LMS and reflect together every Friday with facilitators and fellow participants to draw collective conclusions.

This activity serves as a means to better understand the participants and each other, while also preparing for Phase 2, where participants will attend in-person sessions at Sanata Dharma University for one week.

 

TWPM

]]> Sanata Dharma University Holds the S.E.E.D. Indonesia 2025 Competition: Global Collaboration Drives Innovation https://unit./en/2025/07/30/sanata-dharma-university-holds-the-s-e-e-d-indonesia-2025-competition-global-collaboration-drives-innovation/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 06:05:53 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7732

Sanata Dharma University Holds the S.E.E.D. Indonesia 2025 Competition: Global Collaboration Drives Innovation

SDU – July 16-17, Sanata Dharma University hosted the S.E.E.D. (Sustainable Ideas through Education, Engineering, and Design) Competition Indonesia 2025. The event welcomed 29 teams of students from five Universities in Indonesia, which implemented the collaboration between the Mathematics and Science Education Department of SDU and Sogang University in South Korea.

This competition was a part of the strategic collaboration established between SDU and Sogang University. Various universities in Korea, the members of the Scientists and Engineers Without Borders (SEWB) initiative, were directly involved in this competition. Through this program, the scholars and practitioners encourage innovative and sustainable solutions for global challenges.

The spirit of cross-institution collaboration in supporting innovative and sustainable higher education is significantly showcased by the participation of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha (Undiksha), Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES), Institut Seni Indonesia (ISI) Yogyakarta, and Sanata Dharma University (SDU).

Prof. Ir. Sudi Mungkasi, Ph.D., the SDU’s Vice Rector for the Academic Affairs, said in his remarks that this competition was a form of Sanata Dharma University’s commitment to representing meaningful changes through knowledge.

 “Sanata Dharma University is leaning on the knowledge to upgrade the life quality through education. This is linear with the Jesuit’s spirit: men and women for and with others,” he said.

Leader of the Collaboration Team of LLDIKTI region V Yogyakarta, Marcella Dwinda Danti Hutami, also expressed her appreciation.

She said, “I am here to deliver the award to SDU, which is actively building a network locally and internationally, and designing globally related programs tangibly.” 

From 10.00 to 17.00, during the competition, each team presented its innovative project, which combined education, technology, and design elements as the solution for the various challenges in the future. Eight out of 29 teams passed the selection round and continued to the final round.

The SINIMED team of UPI emerged as the competition’s winner and was entitled to the Grand Award. The two teams from Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha and ISI Yogyakarta received the Gold Award. The Silver Award was handed to the five teams of  SDU, UNNES, ISI Yogyakarta, and UPI. The other ten from various universities receive the Bronze Award.

This competition also gave eight special award categories to the participants, which were:

Best Innovation: Tim Luminolythic (UPI)

Best Social Impact: Tim ARTIFACTS (ISI Yogyakarta)

Best Design & Functions: Tim Undiksha 1

Best Profitable Mind: Tim Jataka (ISI Yogyakarta)

Best Sustainable Mind: Tim LuminoSense (UNNES)

 Best Academic Achievement: Tim CapsDX (USD)

Best Entrepreneurship: Tim Kowi (USD), award from the Government of Yogyakarta

Best Friendship: Tim SINIMED (UPI), for showing the collaborative spirit

The nine teams from SDU, ISI Yogyakarta, and UNNES also received the Honorable Mentions for their insightful idea and teamwork. The special category winners were awarded a 3D printer, which was handed by Prof. Kwanwoo Shin from Sogang University.

In his remarks, Prof. Shin appreciated the enthusiasm of the participants and highlighted the importance of the program’s sustainability.

“This is a wonderful chance for students to keep creating innovative solutions, especially in the science and technology field. We commit to keep collaborating for a cleaner and more sustainable future,” he said.

S.E.E.D. Competition Indonesia 2025 was not only a contest but also a space for cross-cultural education and idea exchange, and a real act to build the future together. SDU has successfully provided a collaborative space for the young generation and educational institutions.

]]> IAJU Assembly 2025 in Bogota: Writing New Chapter for Jesuit Higher Education https://unit./en/2025/07/30/iaju-assembly-2025-in-bogota-writing-new-chapter-for-jesuit-higher-education/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 02:28:44 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7725

IAJU Assembly 2025 in Bogota: Writing New Chapter for Jesuit Higher Education

SDU – “Jesuit universities should be a creative and dialogist presence, rooted toward our charismatic identity” said Father General Arturo Sosa SJ, the Superior General of the Society of Jesus, for his opening remarks for the International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU) Assembly 2025 in Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogota, Columbia on 30th of June to 3rd of July, 2025.

His speech addressed the following summit of the head of Jesuit University around the globe, upholding their theme, ‘Our Mission in Challenging Times: Let’s Write the Next Chapter of Jesuit’s Higher Education History’. In his speech,  Father General Arturo Sosa SJ emphasised the importance of Jesuit University as a beacon of hope in this daring time through Charism, Context and Way as the three fundamental pillars. 

This transformative vision by  Father General Arturo Sosa SJ, rallied the audience of 300 participants. They represent 170 Jesuit Universities around the world. Among the Jesuit Universities joining the event is Sanata Dharma University, represented by Father Albertus Bagus Laksana SJ, S.S., Ph.D. (Rector), and Caecilia Tutyandari, Ph.D. (Vice Rector of Collaboration and Alumni Affairs). 

Father General Arturo Sosa SJ expressed this strong transformative vision before the 300 participants representing 170 Jesuit Universities around the world. Among the Jesuit Universities joining the event is Sanata Dharma University, represented by Father Albertus Bagus Laksana SJ, S.S., Ph.D. (Rector), and Caecilia Tutyandari, Ph.D. (Vice Rector of Collaboration and Alumni Affairs).

Father General Arturo Sosa SJ highlighted that the Jesuits look beyond the truth, committing toward social transformation. This should be actualised through the development of spaces for dialogues, the support for those marginalised, and the global apostolic solidarity building.

The summit at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana discussed significant points. These include key issues faced by the Jesuit community nowadays. Among the issues and challenges are Artificial Intelligence’s potential to help the mission of education, migration and refugees, the impact of secular life toward Catholic-Jesuit, and even the crisis in democracy.

Among the themes of discussion in the third plenary session was the theme of ‘The Challenges of Secularism’. Discussing the topic of  “Contextual Intercultural Engagement”, Father Albertus Bagus Laksana S.J., as one of the speakers,  shared how Sanata Dharma University faces secularism within the context of Indonesia as a Muslim majority nation.

“Although we have a number of non-Catholic students and lecturers, Sanata Dharma University upholds the never-wavering effort to hold open dialogue through the development of Ignatian spirituality, inclusive ecological retreat, and moral commitment concurred together” said Father Bagus.

Father Bagus also pointed out how valuable hybrid religious identity and plural sense of cultural belonging are in contrasting fundamentalism, while promoting reconciliation.

Caecilia Tutyandari, Ph.D., the Vice Rector of Collaboration and Alumni affairs, mentioned that as part of AJCU-AP (Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities Asia-Pacific) Sanata Dharma University, took part to strengthen the network of Jesuit higher education, especially in Asia-Pacific. Sanata Dharma University participation in IAJU Assembly 2025 built a clear path for stronger international collaboration with global Jesuit Universities. Additionally, it also expands the academic and pastoral network even larger.

“Sanata Dharma Universities participation in this summit is part of our long-term commitment to broaden the holistic and transformative education we uphold, and build collaborative network with other Jesuit Universities globally”

source: AHS

]]> 6 Students of HAN University Engage In an Exchange and PLP Program at Sanata Dharma University https://unit./en/2025/02/14/6-students-of-han-university-engage-in-an-exchange-and-plp-program-at-sanata-dharma-university-cloned-6663/ Fri, 14 Feb 2025 01:59:43 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7596

6 Students of HAN Universtity
Engage In an Exchange and PLP Program
at Sanata Dharma University

YOGYAKARTA (10/02/2025) – Sanata Dharma University (SDU) welcomes six students from HAN University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands, through an annual student exchange program. They will attend chosen courses in various study programs at Sanata Dharma University and participate in internships with the SDU’s partners for one semester.

The students are Youri van de Lagemaat, Tim van de Werken, Daisy van Hoof, Lies Johanna Wilhelmina Verbruggen, Luuk Arentsen, and Thijs van Vilsteren, who attended an orientation organized by Biro Kerjasama dan Hubungan Internasional (BKHI). The orientation was also attended by Vice Rector IV, Caecilia Tutyandari, Ph.D., and Yuseva Ariyami Iswandari, Ph.D., as the Internship Coordinator.

Before the orientation began, HAN University students participated in a campus tour to introduce themselves to the campus environment. This activity guided them to the classrooms they will use during their studies, campus facilities, and various activities they can engage in while at SDU. The orientation attended by the students covered various aspects of their program, highlighting discussions on courses within their chosen study programs, which include English Literature, English Education, and Accounting. Additionally, they received essential information regarding stay permits and class regulations, which will help them adapt to the academic environment in Indonesia.

Their enthusiasm for studying at SDU was reflected in their first impressions. “I really enjoy the atmosphere at Sanata Dharma University; it feels spacious and refreshing. The campus looks green with many trees,” Daisy shared with admiration.

In addition to attending courses and internships, students from HAN University also wish to take part in extracurricular activities, such as joining USD’s football club. By managing their time effectively, they aim not only to learn but also to develop new skills, immerse themselves in Indonesian culture, and adapt to their new environment.

(RNP/ARP–BKHI)

]]> SDU Welcomed Five International KNB Scholarship Students https://unit./en/2024/09/13/sdu-welcomed-five-international-knb-scholarship-students/ Fri, 13 Sep 2024 03:05:11 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7296

Sanata Dharma University Welcomed Five KNB Scholarship Students

USD – On the 9th of September 2024, The International Office of Sanata Dharma University held an Orientation for the new International students under the Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship Program. This year, Sanata Dharma University is glad to have five new International Students through the KNB program. These students are Natalia Dos Santos Soares from Timor Leste, Cassio Daniel Siqueira from Brazil, Tavonga John Junior Gwenhure from Zimbabwe, Mitzel Libania Rodriguez from Panama, and Asad Ahmed from Pakistan.  

As always, these students will study at Sanata Dharma University. Three of them will be studying in the Graduate Program, Natalia in English Studies, Cassio in Cultural Studies and Mitzel in Management. Meanwhile, Tavonga is taking the Informatics Undergraduate Study Program, and Asad in Biology Education Study Undergraduate Program. Beforehand, they will undergo a mandatory Bahasa Indonesia for Foreign Speaker class (BIPA) in the Language Institute of Sanata Dharma (LBUSD) for a year to equip them with the language skills for their daily academic and non-academic life. 

KNB Students visiting International Office of Sanata Dharma University

Held in the Biro Personalia Meeting room, the orientation was delivered by Yurisdixta Menavia, the Head of the International Office and Caecilia Tutyandari, PhD the Vice Rector IV, who also delivered her regards and good impression of the KNB students. This orientation also covered important things about the university, and immigration, as well as the daily etiquette and customs of living in Indonesia, especially in Yogyakarta. The students are also introduced to the campus facilities through a short campus tour around the first and second campuses of Sanata Dharma University. 

The students shared their enthusiasm toward the program and are excited to study in Sanata Dharma. “I am very happy to be here and feel very excited because I love Yogyakarta. I also enjoy adventure, so I look forward to exploring more of Indonesia in the future, and I chose to study here because I like the program so much that I follow all the social media of USD to get more information” said Mitzel. Some of them are already partially fluent in Bahasa through online BIPA courses.

Asad mentioned that he chose Sanata Dharma for his lecturer’s recommendation. While Tavonga also mentioned similar things, he also shared that he took to study Informatics because of the underdevelopment of technology in his home country. On the other hand, Cassio also expressed his good impression “I chose USD because I am very interested in the program, especially in Cultural Studies, where I can learn about culture in general, Indonesian culture, popular art, and so on. Since I was studying literature for my bachelor’s degree, I  think it suits me perfectly.” Interestingly in Natalia’s case, she already took English as her major previously and she wants to study further through English Studies (KBI). 

These students will soon start their academic journey and are expected to be able to adapt accordingly and earn some accomplishment during their studies in Indonesia.

]]> Six Students of SDU Participated in the 2024 Service Learning Program at Ateneo de Davao University, Philippines https://unit./en/2024/09/11/six-usd-students-participate-in-the-2024-service-learning-program-at-ateneo-de-davao-university-philippines/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:23:52 +0000 https://unit./en/?p=7283

Six Students of USD Participated in the 2024 Service Learning Program at Ateneo de Davao University, Philippines

After successfully sending 6 students as delegates for the 2023 SLP, this year USD is once again sending its top students to participate in the Service Learning Program (SLP) organized by AJCU-AP (Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities in Asia Pacific). This program aims to provide learning experiences while serving communities, and in 2024, SLP will be held from August 4-18, 2024, at Ateneo de Davao University, Davao City, Philippines. The theme for this year’s program is Democracy under Siege: An AJCU-AP Service Learning on Democratic Decay and Resilience.

This year, USD is sending 6 student delegates from various study programs to participate in the SLP in the Philippines. The selected delegates are Skolastika Puella Donata and Rifqi Muammar Hanif from the English Literature program, Maria Esterlita Beto from the Biology Education program, Faustina Sakshi Marganingsih from the English Education program, and Stefani Setialie and Chatarina Hikari from the Pharmacy program. The delegates are accompanied by Agatha Mahardika Anugrayuning, a lecturer from the Mechatronics Engineering Technology study program, during the event.

The delegates expressed their enthusiasm and pride after participating in the program as delegates. One of the delegates, Rifqi Muammar Hanif, said that being part of an international program like SLP is a great opportunity to broaden horizons and gain valuable experience working with international communities. “I am grateful to have learned a lot from the local communities and delegates from other countries, and I hope to make a meaningful contribution to society through this program,” he said.

Additionally, Faustina Sakshi also shared her excitement after participating in the program. “SLP 2024 has been a brand new experience for me. From orientation to field activities, there was a mixture of fear and excitement when working with new friends in this program.”

Additionally, Faustina Sakshi also expressed her joy after participating in the program. “SLP 2024 has been a completely new experience for me. From orientation to field activities, there was a mix of fear and excitement as I had to work with new friends in this program.”

In addition to participating in various beneficial activities, the delegates also had the opportunity to take part in the democracy fair on the sixth day. This event offered perspectives from different groups, including environmental conservation issues, which are of interest to one of the delegates, Maria Esterlita Beto. “This activity provided new insights, especially on the importance of environmental preservation, which aligns with this year’s SLP theme,” said Lita. On the other hand, the social night activity also became an important moment that strengthened the relationships among the delegates. The team from Indonesia had the chance to perform on stage, singing the song “Sayang,” which received a warm response from the other participants. The 2024 SLP program provided the delegates with opportunities to introduce their culture and university, participate in various field visits, and engage in joint reflection sessions. By participating in this program, the delegates not only strengthened their sense of solidarity and social responsibility but also made a positive impact on the community, while bringing pride to Universitas Sanata Dharma and Indonesia on the international stage.

 

(VEF/S-BKHI)

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